Gassell - Venlo

Huge rainfall on the campsite last night so it was a relief to get going on the route to Venlo. It started out on small roads and then alongside the Maas.

Like all the Eurovelo routes, EV-19 (which we’ll be following for some of the trip) is stitched together from small roads, and various cycle tracks. There were some today which were quite narrow in places, though always surfaced. Loads of people out for Pentecost Monday, a big public holiday.

Arriving at one foot/cycle ferry crossing of the Maas, we found no service, allegedly due to the high water, we had to find another route into Venlo.

Another rest day tomorrow. I’m not sure exactly why our plans included 2 rest days close to one another, but a chance to see Venlo.

Close to Germany, there is more of a look and feel of Germany around and I’m sure I can hear the Dutch accent sounding more German.

Fantastic cycling. Brilliant cycle tracks, respectful drivers and no culture wars detected here!

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